World’s 500 richest add record $336 billion to wealth in one day (opens original article in a new tab)

The world's 500 richest people gained $336 billion in one day, with Elon Musk's wealth rising over 10% to $1.27 trillion as SpaceX's stock surge drove much of the increase.

• The world's 500 richest people added $336 billion to their wealth on June 15, a record single-day gain
• Elon Musk's net worth rose over 10% to $1.27 trillion, the largest individual gain
• SpaceX's 20% market value surge contributed $164 billion to Musk's wealth